Interior Ministry Reacts To ‘Assault At Police Hq’
Following an incident at the Police Headquarters Wednesday in which a suspect was slapped by a civilian, the Interior Ministry has condemned the assault. The Ministry, in a strongly-worded Read More... The post Interior Ministry Reacts To ‘Assault At Police Hq’ appeared first on DailyGuide Network .
On Wednesday, a civilian allegedly slapped a pastor who was in police custody at the Police Headquarters, leading the Interior Ministry to condemn the assault. The Ministry directed the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to investigate how the civilian gained access to the suspect while in custody and to discipline police officers who may have facilitated the entry of the suspects.
The Ministry also condemned incendiary statements that allegedly preceded the incident, stating that no religious comments should justify assaulting individuals in police custody, and emphasized that such statements incite violence against Christians, Muslims, or any other person based on religion. Police earlier reported on efforts to locate and arrest the suspect accused of the assault.
The incident sparked reactions from religious leaders, civil society groups, and the public, with many calling for a legal process to handle the matter. The Police Service assured the public that the incident's circumstances will be thoroughly investigated, and any violators will face legal procedures. Authorities appealed for calm and urged the public to avoid actions or comments that could exacerbate religious tensions, emphasizing the need for dialogue, tolerance, and respect for the rule of law. The suspect reported himself to the police.
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